Full Description
Fresh, modern, and practical, Public Law provides law undergraduates with a unique approach to constitutional and administrative law, aptly demonstrating why this is an exciting time to be studying the subject.Writing in a fluid, succinct style, the authors carve a logical pathway through the key areas studied on the LLB, guiding students to a solid understanding of the fundamental principles. This theoretical grounding is then rooted in reality, with each concept applied to a hypothetical scenario (included at the start of each chapter) to set it into a practical context.While this practical element helps students to understand how the law applies and develop problem-solving skills, a trio of supportive learning features also encourages active engagement with and a critical appreciation of public law. 'Key case' boxes highlight and analyse the significant case law in each area; 'Counterpoint' boxes flag alternative viewpoints and areas of debate; and 'Pause for reflection' boxes prompt readers to consider the impact of laws, and what potential developments andreforms may lie ahead. Public Law's modern approach and unique combination of practical application and theoretically critical discussion makes it the ideal choice for students seeking to understand concepts not only in the abstract but in practice, helping them to develop the skills they need to succeed at university and beyond.
Contents
12: The institutions of government and the separation of powers3: The rule of law4: Parliamentary sovereignty5: Parliamentary sovereignty, the European Union, and Brexit6: The royal prerogative and constitutional conventions7: Central government8: Parliament9: Devolution and local government10: Judicial review: access to review and remedies11: Judicial review: illegality12: Judicial review: irrationality and proportionality13: Judicial review: procedural impropriety14: Administrative justice: tribunals, ombudsmen, and public inquiries15: The European Convention on Human Rights and the Human Rights Act 199816: Human rights in the UK: public order and police powers
